The Dallas Stars secured a 3-2 victory over the Vegas Golden Knights in Game 5 of their opening-round series. This win marked the first time a home team emerged victorious in this closely contested matchup, giving the Stars a series lead.
Jason Robertson's power-play goal in the late stages of the second period proved to be the difference-maker for Dallas. The goal came after Tyler Seguin suffered a facial injury following a high stick from Alex Pietrangelo. Despite the incident resulting in a penalty, Robertson capitalized on the power play to put the Stars ahead.
Evgenii Dadonov and Matt Duchene also found the back of the net for the Stars, who have now won three consecutive games after dropping the first two at home as the top seed in the Western Conference.
Goalie Jake Oettinger played a crucial role for Dallas, making 25 saves, including a remarkable stop on a breakaway in the final minutes of the game. Oettinger's stellar performance in the third period has been instrumental in the Stars' success in this series.
Vegas fought hard, with Mark Stone and William Carrier scoring goals for the Golden Knights. However, it was not enough to overcome the determined Stars.
Game 6 is set to take place in Las Vegas, where Dallas has already secured two victories. The Stars will look to maintain their momentum and close out the series on a high note.
This matchup between the Stars and the Golden Knights has been intense, with both teams showcasing their skill and determination on the ice. With Game 6 on the horizon, fans can expect another thrilling showdown between these two talented teams.
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